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Description
The SH-3 Sea King is a twin engine, all-weather helicopter, multi purpose helicopter.

History and Features
The SH-3H model is used by the Navy Reserves to detect, classify, track and destroy enemy submarines. It also provides logistical support and a search and rescue capability. The UH-3H model is utility configured for logistical support and search and rescue missions. The VH-3D model supports the Executive Transport Mission.

The first version of this workhorse helicopter was flown more than 35 years ago. The Sea King has been replaced by the SH-60F Sea Hawk helicopters as the anti-submarine warfare helicopter. The transition was completed in the mid 1990s. The remaining Sea King helicopters have been configured for logistical support and search and rescue missions.

General Characteristics
Primary function: Anti-submarine warfare, search and rescue, and cargo lifting.
Contractor: Sikorsky
Power plant: Two General Electric T58-GE-402 turboshaft engines
Length: 73 feet (21.9 meters)
Height: 17 feet (5.1 meters)
Speed: 120 kts (138 miles per hour, 217.6 km)
Maximum takeoff weight: 23,000 pounds (10,350 kg)
Range: 542 nautical miles (623.3 statute miles, 997 km.)
Ceiling: 14,700 feet (4,410 meters)
Crew: Four
Armament: Two Mk-46 torpedoes
Unit Cost: $6.4 Million
Date deployed: June 1961